A&K x Crystal Cruises: Europe’s Culinary Atlantic Coast
Expedition Cruises
Small plates in Lisbon, the Douro Valley’s finest pours, citrusy reds in Bordeaux and fresh oysters in Arcachon - while the menu might sound too good be true, that’s exactly what A&K’s Expedition Team is serving up on this connoisseur’s exploration of Europe’s Atlantic coast. Regional history, art and architecture are also on the menu, with a side of active adventure to balance it all out.
- Culinary and Cooking
- Expedition Cruises
- Luxury
- Ultra Luxury
Begin with a stay at the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa and an exploration of Lisbon’s iconic sites
Our party of 60 A&K guests boards Crystal Symphony’s 12-day cruise from Lisbon to Portsmouth to experience the exceptional onboard dining, entertainment, service and suites that have earned Crystal the title of World’s Best Cruise
Your menu of included A&K shore excursions and onboard programming spans a host of interests such as history, architecture, art, food, wine and active pursuits — all led by A&K’s acclaimed experts
Sample the renowned wines of Bordeaux and the Douro Valley, sip port in Porto, taste tapas in Lisbon and savor oysters in Arcachon
Delve into the evocative World War II history of the Channel Islands and D-Day beaches of Normandy
Tread hallowed ground as you walk the Camino de Santiago pilgrims’ trail and tour the historic abbeys of Brest
Get active with hikes of Bordeaux’s Grande Dune du Pilat and the Isle of Wight’s coastal cliffs
Engaging onboard lectures and workshops from our acclaimed Expedition Team
Your choice of expertly guided A&K shore excursions
Nine world-class dining options, including the only Nobu restaurant at sea
Unlimited house drinks, including champagne, onboard
Airport meet and greet with transfers
24/7 A&K on-call support
English-speaking staff, including a doctor
Complimentary Wi-Fi and use of an in-suite tablet
Ortigia bath amenities and Etro robes
Laundry and shoeshine services
Private balcony and butler service
Crystal’s celebrated lineup of nightly onboard entertainment
A pre-cruise hotel stay, complete with excursions
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
Begin with a stay at the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa and an exploration of Lisbon’s iconic sites
Our party of 60 A&K guests boards Crystal Symphony’s 12-day cruise from Lisbon to Portsmouth to experience the exceptional onboard dining, entertainment, service and suites that have earned Crystal the title of World’s Best Cruise
Your menu of included A&K shore excursions and onboard programming spans a host of interests such as history, architecture, art, food, wine and active pursuits — all led by A&K’s acclaimed experts
Sample the renowned wines of Bordeaux and the Douro Valley, sip port in Porto, taste tapas in Lisbon and savor oysters in Arcachon
Delve into the evocative World War II history of the Channel Islands and D-Day beaches of Normandy
Tread hallowed ground as you walk the Camino de Santiago pilgrims’ trail and tour the historic abbeys of Brest
Get active with hikes of Bordeaux’s Grande Dune du Pilat and the Isle of Wight’s coastal cliffs
Engaging onboard lectures and workshops from our acclaimed Expedition Team
Your choice of expertly guided A&K shore excursions
Nine world-class dining options, including the only Nobu restaurant at sea
Unlimited house drinks, including champagne, onboard
Airport meet and greet with transfers
24/7 A&K on-call support
English-speaking staff, including a doctor
Complimentary Wi-Fi and use of an in-suite tablet
Ortigia bath amenities and Etro robes
Laundry and shoeshine services
Private balcony and butler service
Crystal’s celebrated lineup of nightly onboard entertainment
A pre-cruise hotel stay, complete with excursions
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
About Abercrombie & Kent
For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
